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CBD for Pets (Video)
Curious how CBD can help your pet? Let us show you!
3 Things You Must Know About CBD for Dogs
Cannabidiol, or CBD, is anti-inflammatory, anti-viral, anti-fungal, anti-bacterial, and anti-psychotic in humans. But what about our precious pets? Because animals also have an endocannabinoid system,
Can CBD Cause Constipation?
Constipation is a common side effect of antidepressants, so if you’re using CBD it’s easy to wonder if cannabidiol reacts similarly and can cause constipation.
What are the benefits of CBD?
An almost 20 year old study sought to discover the therapeutic properties of cannabidiol (CBD). The results were impressive: CBD has anti-convulsive, anti-anxiety, anti-psychotic, anti-nausea,
Can CBD Help Autism?
A recent study in Israel explored the possibility of using CBD to help treat co-morbidities of autism. What is Autism? Autism Spectrum Disorder, or ASD,
CBD and Diabetes
9.4% of the US population has diabetes. (Source) While there is no cure for diabetes, early research points to improved well-being in diabetics using CBD. Type
CBD Gummies Now Available!
We’re so thrilled to welcome Blue Moon Hemp (and their CBD gummies) to the Holden Farms family! Blue Moon Hemp does CBD Gummies especially well,
Why should you use CBD under your tongue?
CBD can be used several different ways. It can be applied like lotion, massaged into pressure points, eaten in things like chocolate, or even sipped
CBD and Mental Health
It’s Mental Health Awareness week in the US, and we’re THRILLED. There is so much science to show the benefits of CBD on mental health,
CBD is more than the stigma
Living during a pandemic is an interesting time. We’re all sick of talking about COVID-19, but at. thesame time… any time anyone mentions Coronavirus, we’re
Martha Stewart CBD – How much is too much?
Martha Stewart recently introduced her very own CBD line. (Apparently Snoop Dogg introduced her to the benefits of CBD in 2015.) In an interview with
What’s the difference between CBD & CBG?
If you’ve lurked around our shop at all, you’ll notice that while we’re primarily a CBD company, we also carry some CBG tinctures, including a
COVID-19, Steroids, and CBD – Here’s what you need to know.
Steroids are showing promise as a treatment for COVID-19. According to an NPR article published September 2, 2020, “Three new studies strongly support using inexpensive
How to get started with CBD
CBD is nature’s best anti-inflammatory with anti-bacterial properties. Several peer reviewed studies have proved this over and over. No matter how you take it, CBD
Can CBD Oil Go Bad?
CBD, or cannabidiol, is one of the most common cannabinoids found in the cannabis plant. It’s growing popularity is largely due to its anti-inflammatory CBD
Can CBD help with fibromyalgia?
Can CBD help fibromyalgia? Early research indicates yes, CBD can help fibromyalgia.
Can CBD really help arthritis? Here’s what you need to know.
Can CBD help arthritis? Research on the effectiveness of CBD for arthritis pain has been going on for over 20 years. In 2000, a study
CBD 101: The Basics of CBD
We talk a lot about Cannabidiol (CBD) here. It’s what we love, where our passion lies, and what we could talk about all day long.
CBD vs Hemp Oil – 3 things you should know
As the stigma around CBD decreases, many people are realizing how safe it is to use CBD and other hemp derived products. However, there are
Is CBD an Antioxidant?
In a 2019 Swiss study, researchers explored the chemical and biological effects of CBD. The researchers were particularly interested in the antioxidant properties and antiinflammatory
Rachel Ray talks CBD
Last week, Rachel Ray invited Dr. Ian Smith on her show to chat about CBD. You can read all about it here. Here’s the thing
Can CBD Help Fight Coronavirus?
Recent research in Canada is showing early promise in the fight against Coronavirus. The Independent reported: “According to the researchers, the effective strains have, in
Can CBD Help Your Anxious Dog Deal With Fireworks?
Independence Day in the United States is a common time for fireworks. And many of our beloved pets experience anxiety during the loud, unpredictable, and often ill-timed displays of patriotism.
For many years we’ve given our own dogs CBD before dark to help deal with firework related anxiety. It’s been the most helpful solution we’ve ever discovered. And the science backs it up.
Is CBD considered doping?
The World Anti Doping Agency (WADA) was established in 1999 as an international independent agency with a goal to keep sports doping-free. WADA is responsible
Can CBD Help Cocaine Addiction?
CBD has been around for many years, but only recently have scientists started researching it. So when new studies come out, we’re curious to see
Racial Inequality and Marijuana
Black Lives Matter. Let us start by saying that we fully support the movement to improve racial injustice in America. We’re against police brutality. Our
Does CBD have side effects?
A recent study out of Brazil sought to discover the adverse side effects of cannabidiol (CBD). What is CBD? CBD is a non-toxic, non-psychoactive, perfectly
CBD News Roundup
We’ve rounded up some of the most interesting topics on CBD this week for you. Check out the latest on cannabidiol research and CBD oil.
CBD Oil For Anxiety
Discover the science that proves how effective cannabidiol is for anxiety, and learn three ways to use cbd oil for anxiety.
Charlotte Figi – CBD Pioneer – Passes Away
In an announcement on Facebook this week, the mother of Charlotte Figi announced the passing of her beautiful daughter who paved the way for the CBD movement.
Our hearts and condolences go out to her family at this time.
What Is the Best CBD Oil for High Blood Pressure?
In a preliminary study on blood pressure response to CBD, participants showed a noted improvement in blood pressure after taking 600 mg of CBD.
CBG Hand Sanitizer
COVID-19 has us all on our toes. It’s hard to know what’s going on, why we’re being told to stay inside, and what information to
Can CBD Cure Coronavirus?
COVID-19, or Coronavirus is new, scary, and stressing people out. There is a ton of information out there, so let’s get one thing out of
What is CBG? (And what does CBG stand for, anyway??)
We spend a lot of time talking about CBD, but CBG is another popular cannabinoid and it can be easy to get them confused. If
What CBD is right for me? (Quiz)
One of the questions we’re asked all the time is what CBD product is right for me. Good news, fam. We made a quiz just
CBD for your teeth? What one study discovered that may change your dental care.
A recent study explored the effect of cannabinoids and dental care. The study done by Belgian researchers discovered that CBD, CBG, CBC, and CBN were
CBD Dosing: How much CBD is right for me?
Whether you’re new to the CBD world or an old pro, you’ve probably wondered what CBD dosage is right for you. And while we’d love
Keep yourself safe when purchasing CBD or other supplements
Last week the FDA cracked down on 15 CBD related companies who made claims of CBD curing or healing disease. Read the FDA press release
What is CBG, and is it different than CBD?
We’ve added several new products to our shop this week, including a few CBG/CBD tinctures. We talk a lot about CBD on our site. CBD,
How To Use CBD Oil For Pain
Cannabidiol (CBD) is gaining traction as an effective remedy for pain. CBD may reduce inflammation, pain, and general discomfort without causing invasive side effects and addiction.
Early research is showing promising results for arthritis, multiple sclerosis, and fibromyalgia. While there is no standard treatment (yet), we’ll show you a few ways to get started if you’re ready to try CBD oil for pain.
Is CBD Addictive?
If you’re new to cannabidiol (CBD) oil, one of your main concerns may be wondering if CBD is addictive or habit forming.
The short answer is no: CBD oil is NOT addictive.
Unlike its psychoactive cousin THC, CBD won’t get you high and isn’t addictive.
How to Use CBD: 3 Popular Delivery Systems
CBD is typically used orally, sublingually, or topically. No matter how you choose to use CBD, be sure you’re using a therapeutic dose.
Why Is CBD So Expensive?
If you’ve explored the idea of using CBD to improve your health and wellness, chances are you’ve looked into it and wondered Why on earth
How To Use CBD For Pets
Remember that endocannabinoid system we talked about a few weeks ago? Your pet has an endocannabinoid system too. Which means CBD is an effective treatment
Now Accepting Credit Cards!!
Are you ready for the best news ever?!? Holden Farms is now accepting credit cards. That’s right – you can now conveniently buy CBD online
What I Wish You Knew About CBD
Let’s play pretend for a minute. You’ve finally decided to give CBD a try and guess what – it works! It’s working like you hoped,
DEA expanding cannabis research facilities
Did you know the University of Mississippi is the only entity federally licensed to produce marijuana for research? You might be wondering How can research happen from only one facility? And that’s
Before You Take CBD, Read This (The Grapefruit Effect)
You’re ready to try CBD. You’ve hit the point where you’re curious enough, or desperate enough, or educated enough to try it. Congratulations! There’s just one
CBD Salve for Pain and Inflammation
Are you ready to try CBD for your pain? One of the most popular uses for CBD oil is to relieve pain or inflammation when
Let’s Talk About The CBD Stigma
If you’re unfamiliar with CBD, the idea of it can be scary. There’s a lot of stigma around cannabis, and the topic seems quite taboo.
9 of Our Favorite Hemp Heart Recipes
Did you see our article about the amazing benefits of hemp hearts? Like CBD, this superfood won’t get you high – there’s no THC, which
7 Ways Hemp Seeds Can Improve Your Health
What are hemp seeds? Hemp seeds are technically a nut derived from the hemp plant, or Cannabis sativa. Hemp seeds, or hemp hearts, are used
What’s the Difference Between CBD and THC?
CBD and THC are two abbreviations commonly discussed when talking about marijuana or cannabis, but what’s the real difference between them? And is it really
Is CBD Safe?
Let’s start with the TL;DR: CBD is safe. But not all products labeled CBD actually have CBD in them. CBD isn’t regulated at all, which
What Is CBD?
CBD is everywhere. It’s in your coffee, it’s in peanut butter, and it’s in gummies. If you’ve spent any time at all on our website,
Is Hemp the Miracle Cure to Plastic Pollution?
Hemp plastic seems to be all the rage… So we set out to discover if hemp really was all it’s cracked up to be. In
3 Things To Know Before Buying CBD Online
You can buy almost anything online. And CBD is no different. At Holden Farms we pride ourselves in selling only the very best CBD on
CBD For Itchy Pets
Did you know your pet can use CBD too? CBD has been effective in helping fur babies with arthritis, pain, seizures, and even itching. If
How Does CBD Work To Heal Your Body?
Have you heard that CBD can help with… everything? Sciatica pain? ✓ Epilepsy? ✓ Anxiety? ✓ Depression? ✓ Even opioid addiction? ✓ But how can
3 Ways to Use CBD Oil for Sciatic Pain
Back pain is back pain… until it’s sciatica pain. Did you know CBD oil can help manage sciatica pain? If you’ve ever experienced sciatica, you
How to Pronounce Cannabidiol
Ready for some quick cannabis education? How do you pronounce cannabidiol? can-uh-bid-EYE-uhl Cannabidiol, commonly known as CBD, is the second most common cannabinoid in cannabis.
Will CBD Make You High?
Can you get high from CBD oil? CBD and THC are the two most commonly known cannabinoids. While there are several others, we’ll typically talk
Can I fly with CBD?
Flying with CBD is confusing. If you’ve ever considered flying with CBD, you’ve probably scoured the internet wondering if you should bring your CBD with
5 interesting facts to celebrate Hemp History Week
It’s the 10th annual Hemp History Week! Let’s take a moment to celebrate this monumental week in hemp history. Hemp is one of the fastest
That gut feeling of well being
Gut Instinct Have you ever had that “gut feeling”? Sometimes that feeling in your gut is good and other times it’s a bad feeling.
Hemp CBD for Pet’s – The Bella Story
Our aging dog finds youthful vigor with Hemp CBD We believe our dog Bella is about 13 years old. And like most senior dogs, one
CBD can help Sickle Cell Disease patients
CBD and Sickle Cell Disease Sickle Cell Disease (SCD) is a terribly painful and often deadly blood disorder effecting millions of Americans. New studies show
A New Testament For Medical Marijuana
Israel leads the way in cannabis research A country that is steeped in history is leading the way in cannabis research. Maybe it’s not
4 Ways CBD Salve Changed My Family’s Life
Marijuana is part of the Holden brothers’ lives I will be honest, my brothers and I have been believers and users of marijuana for a
To Forgive is Divine – Marijuana Possession Forgiven in Legal States
The legalization of marijuana possession has brought an interesting side of past convictions to the forefront of discussion. Various states across the country are looking
Seniors are becoming more open minded to smoking pot
Seniors embracing marijuana Seniors from the Refer madness generation might be re-thinking the propaganda they were spoon fed in their youth. They are discovering that
Oregon marijuana industry – tax revenue hero
Oregon Marijuana Industry pays $100M in tax revenue Oregon marijuana industry doles out over $100M in taxes first year of legalization. Oregon collected a total
Athletes allowed marijuana use!
Doping and WADA The World Anti-Doping Agency (WADA) is the most prestigious sports regulator. They are the watch dog for the sports
Legal ruling in favor of marijuana over opioid use.
Judge rules insurance must pay for medical marijuana A New Jersey Worker’s Comp judge orders Freehold Township to pay for a Township employee’s medical
New York one step closer to marijuana legalization
New York Health Department supports marijuana legalization New York is a closer than ever to marijuana legalization for adult use. The Health Department endorses the
Massachusetts Social Equity for Marijuana Convictions
Social Equity for Marijuana Possession Massachusetts is launching the nations first statewide “social equity” program to help people convicted of a drug offense in connection
Hemp replaces Tobacco crops in Kentucky.
Hemp ally in Kentucky Hemp crops are helping Kentucky farmers. This boost to Kentucky farm communities has found a new ally in the marijuana industry, U.S.
Cannabis Legalization Through The Freedom Act
The Marijuana Freedom and Opportunity Act Cannabis legalization is finding support with Chuck Schumer (D-New York). He has introduced legislation that allows the states
Boehner says feds are in the way of cannabis legalization
Cannabis Legalization Blocked By Feds Cannabis legalization is a topic that is mostly associated with liberals politicians, but more conservatives are jumping on the bandwagon
New Study Reveals Smoking Weed Helps HIV Patients
Smoking weed improves cognitive function Study results show that smoking weed can help HIV patients. Duke London reports that Michigan State University’s new ground breaking
Oregon makes cannabis consumer information safe!
Oregon bill protects privacy Oregon is now safer. A new bill protects cannabis consumer information in response to Trump administration crackdowns! Oregon’s governor, Kate Brown,